Stan Collins, President, International Youth Council
Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Program®  

I feel as if I'm in a maze

All I see is a blurry haze

The walls of life are caving in

But should I commit that crazy sin

My heart is tearing me inside

I'm contemplating suicide

These feelings are driving me insane

I can't go on to hide this pain

There is no way that this could be

I can't believe this is happening to me

I can't control the thoughts I think

Into myself my heart will sink

But who can I trust, who can I tell

My mind spins like a carousel

I can't think straight or even think clear

No one know the load I bear

I'm confused and feel so lost

I'll rid this pain at any cost

So many people have crushed my heart

Where do I turn, where can I start

I feel locked up and tied in chains

No one could know what thoughts I retain

But you came out and gave your hand

Because of your love I understand

You helped my pain to heal and mend

You're the first that I call friend

You showed me there's a purpose for life

And not to worry over little strifes

You were there when I needed you

You're one of the few whose heart is true

You'll never know what you mean to me

You opened my eyes and helped me to see

You showed that there is someone who cares

Now with you my life I share

I'm still here because you were there

Stan Collins © 1998